Director of Human Resources

Hanover College•Hanover, IN

About The Position

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for developing and executing human resources strategy in support of Hanover College’s business plan and strategic direction. The role provides strategic leadership and advice to Executive leaders and department leaders, while supporting the College’s strategic plans, goals, culture, mission, and principles. Areas of responsibility include staff talent acquisition and retention; compensation; payroll, benefits, and leave administration; employee relations and engagement; staff performance and professional development; training and learning; equity and inclusion; employee policies and procedures; and employment-related legal and regulatory compliance. The Director sets the tone for employee relations and engagement and is responsible for human resources operational policies and budgets. The Director oversees the daily workflow and service delivery of the Human Resources department, develops and manages department programs and communications, and advises supervisors and employees on policy interpretation and employment matters. The role manages HR budgets and payroll administration, develops competitive and cost-effective compensation and benefits plans, and oversees vendor relationships. The Director leads, mentors, and develops HR staff, serves as the College’s Deputy Title IX Coordinator, and participates in College committees and initiatives. The position may involve evening and weekend work, overnight or out-of-town travel, and may be eligible for remote work with supervisor approval.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 5–7 years of human resources leadership experience.
Current driver’s license.
Strong understanding of human resources and employment policies and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws, regulations, and requirements.
Human resources leadership and management experience.
Budgeting and accounting knowledge, skills, and experience.
Effective verbal and written communication, interpersonal, negotiation, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and attention-to-detail skills; ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and lead individuals and teams.
Ability to adapt to organizational and employee needs, work independently and in teams, prioritize and delegate tasks, and build trust.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and proficiency with or ability to quickly learn the College’s HRIS and talent management systems.
Empathy, genuine care for others, integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, excellent listening skills, and a responsive and thoughtful approach.
Ability to work evenings and weekends and travel overnight and/or out of town as needed.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods while working at a desk and on a computer, climb stairs, walk between buildings and across campus, and lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Must be eligible to be a College-authorized driver.

Nice To Haves

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification.
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute human resources strategy in support of the College’s business plan, strategic direction, mission, culture, and goals.
Oversee the daily workflow of the Human Resources department and ensure service levels meet established expectations, procedures, guidelines, and goals.
Advise Executive leaders and department leaders on organizational and management issues.
Develop strategic recruiting and retention plans to meet staff human-capital needs.
Lead HR programs covering talent acquisition and retention, compensation, benefits and leave, employee relations and engagement, staff performance and career development, training and learning, inclusion and belonging, employment policies and procedures, and legal and regulatory compliance.
Assist employees and supervisors with HR and employment policy interpretation and compliance, and hold them accountable to policies and procedures.
Provide counsel and coaching to supervisors on employment policies, performance, staffing, and employee development.
Support employee engagement and recognition events, programs, and opportunities.
Establish and assess departmental and strategic-initiative KPIs, and report results to Executive leaders and campus stakeholders.
Manage Human Resources department messaging and communications.
Collaborate with the Vice President for Finance on benefits, compensation, and operational budgets; monitor actual expenditures against budget.
Oversee the College’s payroll policies, procedures, and administration.
Develop and implement competitive and cost-effective compensation and benefits plans.
Evaluate, negotiate, recommend, and maintain HR vendor contracts; process, submit, or approve invoices for timely payment.
Create a collaborative and productive environment for HR professionals; recruit, develop, mentor, evaluate, and coach HR staff.
Provide backup and support to department staff and ensure the department is productive and responsive to internal and external customers.
Serve as the College’s Deputy Title IX Coordinator.
Serve on College committees in support of departmental and College needs and initiatives.
Protect employee confidentiality when applicable to records, documents, materials, investigations, and other matters.
Promote a positive image of Hanover College and represent the College in accordance with its mission, principles, and strategic plan; support a welcoming College environment.
Complete other projects and tasks assigned by the Chief of Staff and/or the President.